Morocco to Share Digital Government Expertise Under New Lebanon Partnership
In a significant move towards enhancing digital governance, Morocco and Lebanon have formalized their collaboration by signing a declaration of intent aimed at strengthening their partnership in the realm of public administration and digital transformation. This agreement was officially sealed during the third Arab Public Administration Forum held on July 2, 2026, with key figures from both nations in attendance. Morocco's Minister Delegate for Digital Transition and Administrative Reform, Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, and Lebanon's Minister of State for Administrative Development, Fady Makki, were the signatories of this pivotal document.
The newly established partnership is set to leverage Morocco's extensive experience in digital transformation within the public sector, thereby providing Lebanon with valuable insights and strategies for enhancing its own digital frameworks. The agreement encompasses a wide array of areas, including administrative reform, the simplification of public procedures, digitalization of government services, skills development, and the overall enhancement of institutional capacities.
As part of this collaboration, Lebanon aims to benefit from Morocco's successful implementation of various digital transformation initiatives, which have positioned Morocco as a leading country in this domain across Africa. According to the 2024 United Nations E-Government Survey, Morocco ranks 90th globally with an impressive E-Government Development Index (EGDI) score of 0.6841, reflecting a substantial rise of 11 places since 2022. In contrast, Lebanon ranks 126th with a score of 0.5449, indicating a significant opportunity for growth in its digital public services.
This partnership not only symbolizes a commitment to improving public service delivery but also highlights Morocco's broader strategy to share its digital governance expertise throughout the Arab region. The collaboration will further delve into crucial areas such as artificial intelligence, data governance, cybersecurity, and the development of digital skills, as both nations work towards modernizing their governmental frameworks to meet the evolving demands of technology and public service.
As reported by ecofinagency.com.
